Three individuals are set to appear at the Sigatoka Magistrates Court today after being charged by the Fiji Police M-PAiSA Task Force for allegedly obtaining financial advantages through deception.
In one incident, a 54-year-old woman received $100 that had been mistakenly sent to her by a victim. It is alleged that she transferred the funds to a second accused, a 35-year-old woman, who subsequently withdrew the money. Both women reside in Korotogo, Sigatoka, and are facing charges relating to this case.
In another case, a 45-year-old man from Olosara, Sigatoka, is accused of wrongfully taking $400 on two separate occasions from a member of the public using a mobile money transfer app in November 2022. Investigations revealed that he had promised the victim a $1,500 return for their $400 investment. After receiving the funds, he ceased all communication with the victim.
The man has been arrested and charged with two counts of obtaining financial advantage by deception. All three accused individuals are expected to be presented at the Sigatoka Police Station today.
Authorities are advising the public to remain cautious of schemes that promise quick financial gains, noting that offers of significant returns on investments are commonly fraudulent and to steer clear of individuals promoting such opportunities.